2007-01-13 21:37:15 · 16 answers · asked by sweetie81 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
Bless her, it is really difficult starting at a new school and I feel for you Girl, I would talk to her teachers and ask if you could help out in another class for a few days so you can see if she is mixing well or if there are paople who are causing these worries.
Starting school is such a big step and can be very daunting no matter what age, you could speak to other mums and perhaps invite children home for tea to help build friendships, perhaps go on outings with other parents and children and get your daughter involved in some after school clubs so she has the oppertunity of making new friends and learning new skills in the process.
2007-01-15 22:03:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bless her.
It's sometimes hard for them to settle.
How about some after school treats - you know - when you take her in for the day tell her that tonight you will both have a nice baking session together. That might help in keeping her going throughout the day. Also write her a little note (and I mean little) to take with her and keep in her pocket. When she is missing you too much tell her to read the note. Also ensure you mention this to her teacher as it is their job to ensure that the child feels secure, i.e. the school should be providing a safe, secure environment for your little girl. Some kiddies find it harder than others to settle. Lots of hugs and love - and remember to involve the teacher (not the hugs and love bit !!!!). Good luck.
2007-01-15 07:36:27 · answer #2 · answered by personwithgreeneyes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have found that both as a student and when I taught that sometimes the easiest person to approach first is the person who sits beside you. If she was socially well adjuested in her "old school" then she will settle soon. What she could also do is look out for children with similar tastes eg, another child who likes "Sponge Bob" or Disney characters and other such things. You could also practice some role playing with her or acting out what she could do and say if she sees someone she wants to talk to or likes.
2007-01-14 10:00:45 · answer #3 · answered by Carry-go-bring-come 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry, a lot of 5 year olds find starting a new school difficult. Unless there is actually a problem at school, she will be fine. You just need to give her time to make some friends and get used to the new routines. Why don't you talk to her teacher to see if there is any problem, and if not, just keep encouraging her, she'll be fine.
2007-01-14 05:43:49 · answer #4 · answered by Funky Little Spacegirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the little girl joined the new school because she moved in the middle of the school year people! geez.
Maybe have a little party for her where she can invite the kids in her class. Like a "get to know me" party. No presents like a birthday party but maybe just a fun day getting to know her classmates by playing some "get to know me" games or going to a Chuck E Cheese for a play date type thing.
2007-01-14 15:13:59 · answer #5 · answered by party_pam 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my little boy changed schools when he was 5 - we moved House - after about a week we invited all the children in his class out for a party, an undercover play area is good you can take a picnic with you - it cost a bit but things were great and now 2 years later he is practically best friends with all the kids in his class. it sounds really weird but my little boy wanted to take a photo of his old best friend with him for his first week or so, so if he felt sad, he just looked at the picture. - he also insisted on wearing his old schools sweater as well - thankfully his teachers didn't mind. but hey he was 5, what ya gonna do...
2007-01-14 12:55:07 · answer #6 · answered by frost7216 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your little girl just started school in January?? That's odd...
anyway.. I remember being scared as a little girl and nervous about making friends (I'm only 18 now so I still remember ^_^). I think it might make it easier if you talk to your daughter about some of the girls she's met and maybe invite a few of them and their mothers over for a playdate or something. That way you can get to know the girls' mothers while your daughter makes friends and adjusts to her classmates.
2007-01-14 05:42:49 · answer #7 · answered by SaintsFan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Agree with the 'playdates' idea - its an easy, comfortable way for her to begin making friends, also, don't worry if she cries when she goes in - 99.9% of kids stop crying within a couple of mins of mum leaving, and if she cries when she comes out, it will just be because she is so glad to see you. My little boy was a bit like that, and after one term he has settled in wonderfully and loves school now.
Good luck
Jx
2007-01-15 18:24:00 · answer #8 · answered by kirroyale3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2 ideas come to mind...
> ask your daughter if she would like to prepare a favorite snack to share with all her classmates. (jello cups w/ 1 gummy shark at bottom of cup) or snack size cookie bags for each child is a nice way to ease in and gain trust from her new friends.
> Does the classroom have a 'room parent.. give them a call or the Teacher' and ask if it would be appropriate for you to stop in and read a story to the class or send in a favorite book your daughter likes to have read during a choice time.
2007-01-14 18:30:53 · answer #9 · answered by Joy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would speak to her teachers and explain the situation, it might also help if yuo sat in class with her for a couple of days to help her with the transition, but when you are there try not to interact her with her too much or she'll want you there everyday. Don't worry kids a re very resiliant and she'll come around.
2007-01-14 05:42:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋